Katata Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Enryakuji Temple

Enryakuji Temple

After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Enryakuji Temple
Lake Biwa Canal

Lake Biwa Canal

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Lake Biwa Canal
Ishiyamadera Temple

Ishiyamadera Temple

After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Ishiyamadera Temple
Biwako Otsukan

Biwako Otsukan

Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Biwako Otsukan
Mii-dera

Mii-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Mii-dera
Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Activities

Below Hira Waterfall

Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour

NZ$225
per traveller
Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour
Shirahige Shrine

Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

NZ$1,685
per traveller
Private Lake Biwa Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town

Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town

NZ$338
per adult
Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town
Mount Hiei Private Guided Day Tour

Private Full-Day Guided Tour of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji)

NZ$601
per adult
Private Full-Day Guided Tour of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji)
Private Tour of Enryakuji, a World Heritage Sacred Buddhist Site

Private Tour of Enryakuji, a World Heritage Sacred Buddhist Site

NZ$196
per adult
Private Tour of Enryakuji, a World Heritage Sacred Buddhist Site
Sacred Peak and Scenic View Hieizan Enryaku ji and Hiyoshi Shrine

Sacred Peak and Scenic View Hieizan Enryaku ji and Hiyoshi Shrine

NZ$323
per adult
Sacred Peak and Scenic View Hieizan Enryaku ji and Hiyoshi Shrine
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Our pick of the best Katata Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
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Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$351 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$351
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$126 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$126
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Gojo-sagaru, Horikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
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The price is NZ$120 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$120
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$207 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$207
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$219 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
NZ$219
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
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Other neighbourhoods around Katata

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Ogoto

While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.

Ogoto
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Shimo-sakamoto

If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Shimo-sakamoto

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